By: Alexa Shabinsky and Sarah Finkel By: Alexa Shabinsky and Sarah Finkel | August 10, 2023 | Food & Drink
Pizza is one of those foods that you can have over and over again and still want more. From paper plate slices to large pies, being a pizza connoisseur is a special task in Miami’s thriving pizza scene. With both classics and newbies paving the way, every slice in the city is a little different.
1930 Bay Rd. / Website
For New Yorkers on the hunt for a thin slice of pizza, look no further than Lucali. With an emphasis on its Brooklyn-based style pizza, Lucali has the perfect crunch. You can’t go wrong with the classic Signature Plain Pie, but all pizzas are fully customizable with a variety of delicious, fresh toppings.
712 Crandon Blvd. / Website
A Key Biscayne classic, Sir Pizza hits the spot every time and is worth the drive! The restaurant has been a staple since 1969, with its casual aura and mouthwatering pizza. From the Sir Margarita to The Royal Feast with pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms and more, these cheesy pizzas are a must.
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1035 N Miami Ave. / Website
A Dave Portnoy 8.2 rating, Eleventh Street Pizza has quickly become a Miami cult favorite. With sourdough-based crust and California-grown Bianco di Napoli Organic tomatoes, every ounce of this pizza is fresh. By-the-slice or by-the-pie, Eleventh Street Pizza serves all the classics in both round or Sicilian-style.
2335 N Miami Ave. / Website
Hailing from Prince Street in New York City, these Sicilian slices are must-orders. With slices topped with spicy pepperoni or even a spicy vodka sauce, Prince Street Pizza has its menu down pat. Located within bustling Oasis Wynwood, Prince Street Pizza is the perfect place to sit back and enjoy a thick slice of pizza and great vibes.
12101 Biscayne Blvd. / Website
When talking to Miami locals about pizza, there is no doubt Steve’s is on the top of their list. From Hawaiian to Meat Lovers, and even a classic Margherita, there is no going wrong ordering any of these delicious, fresh pies.
Multiple Locations / Website
Mister O1 has mastered the art of personal pizzas. With a variety of traditional and extraordinary pizza options, you will be thankful for every bite. The Claudio, with fresh burrata stracciatella cheese and white truffle oil, is a must-order, combining the perfect crunch and silky cheese.
5833 Ponce de Leon. / Website
The name says it all. After a long hiatus, one of the South Miami classics is back. Miami’s Best Pizza is known for its large pies, drowning in cheese and tomato sauce—quite literally the perfect combination. From white pizzas to pizzas with no sauce at all, Miami’s Best covers all bases and toppings.
9118 SW 40th St. / Website
A Miami favorite since 1955, Frankie’s Pizza is as good as it gets. From the soft dough, the crunchy crust and perfect amount of cheese, every bite tastes better than the last. Frankie’s Pizza is the total classic pizzeria vibes you need in your life.
1010 Brickell Ave. / Website
DC Pie Co. is a bustling pizza joint in Brickell, hailing from one of the founders behind the famed Brooklyn-based Lucali pizzeria. These sensational thin-crust pies are inspired by owner Dominic Cavagnuolo’s childhood Sunday dinners with his Italian grandmothers.
3936 North Miami Ave. / Website
Any concept by the Michael’s Genuine team is destined to be good, especially when a crowd-favorite food item like pizza is involved. With locations in Coconut Grove and Miami Beach, there’s enough of the doughy delicacy to go around. Go all out and order the chicken wings to accompany your pie.
234 NW 25th St. / Website
Head to Joe’s Pizza in Wynwood for that perfect greasy slice that’s oversized just how the New Yorkers like it and served on a simple paper plate—the makings of pizza heaven. It’s also open late so you’ll never have to go hungry after a Wynwood bar crawl again.
1335 NE Miami Court / Website
The lines aren’t out the door at Miami Slice for no reason. This New York-style pizza served in a casual takeout operation (you can dine in, however) is worth every bit of the wait and minor inconvenience pushing through crowds.
803 5th St. / Website
This trendy spot at the Urbanica Hotel offers a combo of pasta and pizza that are both equally as enticing, but the pizza is still the main star. The pies are crispy and light and can be enjoyed from the rooftop overlooking South Beach until late.
87 SW 8th St. / Website
Brickell’s Stanzione 87 is a serious pizza institution in a lax setting. The Stefano Ferrara wood-fired oven produces high-quality Neapolitan pizza from dough that has been fermented for a minimum of 72 hours.
5143 NE 2nd Ave. / Website
While Walrus Rodeo is distinctly labeled not a pizzeria, it fires up immaculate wood-fired offerings like cornballer za and rodeo za that put traditional pizza to shame.
224 Española Way / Website
This award-winning pizzeria on Española Way is a local favorite and ranked in the Top 50 Best Pizza list in the U.S. for several years in a row.
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